Polk County, Georgia Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Georgia. Population: 10,053.
The median annual property tax in Polk County is $1,307, which is 15% lower than the Georgia state average and 32% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.80% on a median home value of $163,500. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,307
-15% vs State
-32% vs US
Median Home Value
$163,500
-10% vs State
-23% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.80%
-11% vs State
-16% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,468
$122/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,072
$89/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,307 +0.6% | 0.80% |
| 2022 | $1,299 +6.1% | 0.86% |
| 2021 | $1,224 +12.2% | 0.92% |
| 2020 | $1,091 +1.5% | 0.89% |
| 2019 | $1,075 | 0.97% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,308
per year
Monthly Tax
$109
per month
Other Counties in Georgia
Wheeler County
Tax: $562/yr Rate: 0.75%
Lanier County
Tax: $1,639/yr Rate: 1.02%
Montgomery County
Tax: $1,140/yr Rate: 0.96%
Jones County
Tax: $1,673/yr Rate: 0.96%
Walker County
Tax: $1,353/yr Rate: 0.78%
Worth County
Tax: $1,221/yr Rate: 1.09%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Polk County, Georgia? ▼
The median annual property tax in Polk County is $1,307 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.80% on a median home value of $163,500.
How does Polk County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Polk County are 32% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.80% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Polk County? ▼
In Polk County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,468 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,072. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Polk County? ▼
Property taxes in Polk County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $55,308. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.